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Blocking of Accounts of Non-Paying students by VU

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science is a research based degree program being offered by Department of Computer Science at Islamabad, Karachi,Lahore, Peshawar,Multan,Gujranwala,Faisalabad and Sialkot. The program is designed to produce academicians and professionals of high quality throughout the country. Course work designed for MS in Computer Science provides a breadth based knowledge of the field whereas the specialization equips the students with in-depth knowledge of a specific area of computer science. Admission is offered during fall session every year. DURATION It is a two-year duration program spread over four semesters. Each semester has 18 weeks duration. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 16-year education i.e., BS in Computer Science/ BS in Information Technology/ Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons)/ Master of Computer Science/ Master of Information Technology/ M.Sc. (Computer Science) from a recognized institution. Computer Engineering (16-year education) candidates are also eligible from a recognized institution but have to cover deficiency courses. Candidate must have at least CGPA 2.50 out of 4 or first division wherein GPA system not implemented (Note: Limited seats are available on merit basis). Each candidate is required to pass the NTS – GAT-General test (with minimum 50% marks). Candidate already qualified NTS-GAT-General has to attach attested photocopy of valid NTS result with their admission form. For detailed information about NTS Test (GAT-General) visit NTS website http://www.nts.org.pk/GAT/GAT.asp . Virtual University of Pakistan arranges NTS Test (GAT-General) at the time of MS (CS) admission every Fall semester. Note: The MSCS Program is available for applicants residing within Pakistan only and is not available for overseas students. If any student wishes to move overseas after gaining admission, he/she will be required to withdraw from the program. ASSESSMENT OF STUDY PROGRESS The students’ study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, online quizzes, Graded Moderated Discussion Boards (GMDBs), mid-term and final term examinations. AWARD OF DEGREE For the award of the Master of Science in Computer Science degree, a student is required to complete the 24-credit hours course work program and six-credit hour thesis research with minimum CGPA of 3.00 out of 4. COURSES OF STUDY Following are the courses of MS (CS) program. The courses may be revised from time to time as a result of continuous review to bring them at par with courses being taught at top class foreign universities. While reviewing the courses, need of local industry and job market is also given full consideration. MS (CS) program is 30-credit hours program comprised of followings: Click here to View Study Scheme of MS in Computer Science (Note: If the schedule of courses pursued by a candidate does not provide adequate background for the degree course, which he/she intends to take up, he/she may be required to make up the deficiency by taking one or more additional course (s) of deficiency level as may be prescribed by the University). FEE STRUCTURE Click here to View Fee Structure Admissions schedule for MSCS Program is as under: - Last date to submit MSCS admission application Forms: Tuesday September 5, 2013 NTS Test Date: Sunday September 22, 2013 (10:00 am) Display of Merit List: Monday September 30, 2013 Orientation Classes: Monday to Friday September 23 to October 04, 2013 Commencement of Classes: Monday October 07, 2013

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Virtual University result 2013

Virtual University result 2013 VU Semester result 2013 will be announced in next month. Virtual University results 2013 will declare in September 2013 VU Result 2013 can be checked at: www.vu.edu.pk by entering roll number. VU Result 2013- Candidate can also get their VU Result 2013 from corresponding colleges. Virtual University published selected probational merit list on college notice board VU result 2013 is to be published by www.resultspkbd.com , official website of Virtual University Now, you can check VU Semester result 2013 online for Virtual University September 2013 examinations. Now those students of VU unable to clear their semester result 2013, for them only Virtual University will conduct Supplementary | Revaluation exam and Virtual University semester Improvement Result 2013 will be published on December 2013. Address of VU:- VU HEAD OFFICE VIRTUAL UNIVERSITY OF PAKISTAN M.A. JINNAH CAMPUS, DEFENCE ROAD, OFF RAIWIND ROAD, LAHORE, PAKISTAN. PHONE +92 (42) 111 880 880 FAX +92 (42) 99200604 +92 (42) 99202174

Admission in MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (MIT)

MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (MIT) VUSTUDENTS Great Choice...Great Service...Great Value Masters (MIT) Semester NO 1 Course Code Title Type Credit Hours CS201 Introduction to Programming Required 3 CS601 Data Communication Required 3 ENG201 Business and Technical English Writing Required 3 MGT101 Financial Accounting Required 3 MGT301 Principles of Marketing Required 3 MGT503 Principles of Management Required 3 Semester NO 2 Course Code Title Type Credit Hours CS301 Data Structures Required 3 CS304 Object Oriented Programming Required 3 CS401 Computer Architecture and Assembly Language Programming Required 3 CS403 Database Management Systems Required 3 CS504 Software Engineering - I Required 3 MGT502 Organizational Behavior Required 3 Semester NO 3 Course Code Title Type Credit Hours CS619 Final Project Required 6 CS502 Fundamentals of Algorithms Required 3 CS506 Web Design and Development Required 3 CS614 Data Warehousing Required 3 CS615 Software Project Management Required 3 MGT602 Entrepreneurship Required 3 Semester NO 4 Course Code Title Type Credit Hours CS408 Human Computer Interaction Required 3 CS410 Visual Programming Required 3 CS604 Operating Systems Required 3 CS610 Computer Network Required 3 MGT501 Human Resource Management Required 3 (MSCS) (MBA 3 1/2 Year) (MBA 2 1/2 Year) (MBA Executive) (MBA 1 1/2 Year) (MBA Before Fall 2010) (MIT) (MCS) (BSCS) (BSIT) BS (Business Administration) BS (Public Administration) BS (Accounting and Finance) BS (Commerce) BS (Mass Communication) BS (Psychology) B.Sc (Computer Science) (B.Com) BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) BA (Psychology) BA (Mass Communication) BA (Bachelor of Arts) (PGDIT) (Diploma in Computer Science and Information Technology) (ZERO SEMESTER)

Certificate Courses of Virtual University of Pakistan

Certificate Courses - Virtual University of Pakistan ADMISSION TO PROFESSIONAL SHORT CERTIFICATE COURSE(S) The Virtual University has introduced Certificate Course(s) for professionals working in the industry as well as for the public at large. The purpose of these is to retrain professionals in new emerging areas of Science & Technology as well as provide the public with an opportunity to learn basic subjects which may be of general interest. Certificate Courses are offered in five disciplines: Computer Science, General Science, Humanities, Management and Mathematics. DURATION: Each Certificate Course comprised of one semester duration (18 weeks). ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Candidate can read, write and understand English language and there is no restriction on age, sex and educational qualifications. Candidate can apply for admission to maximum four (04) courses during a semester. However, students already enrolled in a Virtual University degree/diploma program are ineligible for admission towards certificate course(s). EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL: The University mail a package of educational material comprised of VU Info pack, Lecture handout, Lecture DVD’s to the admitted candidate. A student is allowed to change his/her enrolled certificate course within fifteen days after the commencement of semester by providing application (signed hard copy ) to Registrar, Virtual University of Pakistan, M.A Jinnah Campus, Defence Road, Off Raiwind Road, Lahore, Pakistan or at (certificateadmissions@vu.edu.pk). Such student is required to replace the received package (if already received) by mailing Lecture Handouts & Lecture DVD’s of the course along with payment of Rs.100/- as shipment charges to VU Bookshop (bookshop@vu.edu.pk) in order to receive new opted course material. However, overseas students are required to pay actual additional shipment charges for newly opted course. ASSESSMENT OF STUDY PROGRESS: The students’ study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, online quizzes, Graded Moderated Discussion Boards (GMDBs), mid-term and final term examinations. AWARD OF CERIFICATE: Each Certificate Course is of three credit hours (except Islamic Studies and Pakistan Studies). The earned course credit hours are transferable towards degree/diploma program of the University. Course Certificate would be awarded by VU Academic Department (professional_certificates@vu.edu.pk) to the candidate after successful completion of course work requirements. FEE STRUCTURE NOTE: In case a student leaves the university or apply for admission cancellation then university shall not refund any paid amount. However, fee to drop/freeze certificate courses is as under: DROP/FREEZE OF SHORT CERTIFICATE COURSE: University fee shall be charged upon enrollment in next semester in order to activate dropped course (s) or to continue next semester. Details Local student (Rs.) Overseas student (US $) Before mid-term Examination 1500/- 50 During Or After mid-term examination 2000/- 100 Note: University is not liable to provide Lecture Handouts & Lecture DVD’s to such students upon continuation of their Certificate Course (s) or semester. CERTIFICATE COURSES OFFERED FOR SESSION FALL 2013: The University has offered the following Certificate Courses in five disciplines for Fall 2013. I. Computer Science II. General Science III. Humanities IV. Management V. Mathematics I. COMPUTER SCIENCE 1 CS001 Computer Proficiency License (CPL) 2 CS101 Introduction to Computing 3 CS201 Introduction to Programming 4 CS301 Data Structures 5 CS302 Digital Logic & Design 6 CS304 Object Oriented Programming 7 CS401 Assembly Language Programming 8 CS402 Theory of Automata 9 CS403 Database Management 10 CS408 Human Computer Interaction 11 CS410 Visual Programming 12 CS501 Advance Computer Architecture 13 CS502 Fundamentals of Algorithms 14 CS504 Software Engineering - I 15 CS506 Web Design & Development 16 CS507 Management Information System 17 CS508 Modern Programming Languages 18 CS601 Data Communication 19 CS602 Computer Graphics 20 CS604 Operating Systems 21 CS605 Software Engineering - II 22 CS606 Compiler Construction 23 CS607 Artificial Intelligence 24 CS609 System Programming 25 CS610 Computer Networks 26 CS614 Dataware Housing 27 CS615 Software Project Management 28 IT430 E-Commerce II. GENERAL SCIENCE 1 ECO401 Economics 2 ECO402 Micro Economics 3 ECO403 Macro Economics 4 ECO404 Mangerial Economics 5 PHY101 Physics 6 PHY301 Circuit Theory 7 PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 8 PSY401 Clinical Psychology 9 PSY403 Social Psychology 10 PSY404 Abnormal Psychology 11 PSY405 Personality Psychology 12 PSY407 Sport Psychology 13 PSY408 Health Psychology 14 PSY409 Positive Psychology 15 PSY502 History & Systems of Psychology 16 PSY504 Cognitive Psychology 17 PSY510 Organizational Psychology 18 PSY511 Environmental Psychology 19 PSY512 Gender Issues in Psychology 20 PSY513 Forensic Psychology 21 PSY514 Consumer Psychology 22 PSY610 Neurological Basis of Behaviour 23 PSY632 Theory & Practice of Counseling 24 SOC101 Introduction to Sociology 25 SOC401 Cultural Anthropology IV. MANAGEMENT 1 ACC311 Fundamentals of Auditing 2 ACC501 Business Finance 3 BNK601 Banking Laws & Practice 4 BNK603 Consumer Banking 5 FIN611 Advance Financial Accounting 6 FIN621 Financial Statement Analysis 7 FIN622 Corporate Finance 8 FIN623 Taxation Management 9 FIN625 Credit & Risk Management (BNK625) 10 FIN630 Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management 11 HRM624 Conflict Management 12 HRM627 Human Resource Development 13 MGMT611 Human Relations (HRM611) 14 MGMT623 Leadership & Team Management (HRM623) 15 MGMT625 Change Management (HRM625) 16 MGMT627 Project Management 17 MGMT628 Organization Development (HRM628) 18 MGMT629 Crisis Management 19 MGMT630 Knowledge Management 20 MGT101 Financial Accounting 21 MGT111 Introduction to Public Administration 22 MGT201 Financial Management 23 MGT211 Introduction To Business 24 MGT301 Principles of Marketing 25 MGT401 Financial Accounting II 26 MGT402 Cost & Management Accounting 27 MGT411 Money & Banking 28 MGT501 Human Resource Management 29 MGT502 Organizational Behaviour 30 MGT503 Principles of Management 31 MGT504 Organization Theory and Design 32 MGT510 Total Quality Management (MGMT510) 33 MGT520 International Business Management 34 MGT601 SME Management 35 MGT602 Entrepreneurship 36 MGT603 Strategic Management 37 MGT604 Management of Financial Institutions (BNK604) 38 MGT610 Business Ethics 39 MGT611 Busniess & Labor law 40 MGT613 Production / Operations Management 41 MKT501 Marketing Management 42 MKT530 Marketing Management 43 MKT610 Customer Relationship Management 44 MKT611 Marketing Research 45 MKT621 Advertising & Promotion 46 MKT624 Brand Management 47 MKT625 Brand Management 48 MKT630 International Marketing 49 STA301 Statistics & Probability 50 STA630 Research Methods III. HUMANITIES 1 ENG001 Elementary English 2 ENG101 English Comprehension 3 ENG201 Technical & Business English Writing 4 ENG301 Business Communication 5 ISL201 Islamic Studies 6 MCM101 Introduction to Mass Communication 7 MCM301 Communication Skill 8 MCM304 Mass Media in Pakistan 9 MCM310 Journalistic Writing 10 MCM311 Reporting and Sub-Editing 11 MCM401 Fundamentals of Public Relations 12 MCM404 Globalization of Media 13 MCM411 Introduction to Broadcasting 14 MCM511 Theroies of Communication 15 MCM514 Feature & Column Writing 16 MCM515 Radio News Reporting & Production 17 MCM516 TV News Reporting & Production 18 PAK301 Pakistan Studies 19 PSC201 International Relations 20 PSC401 Public International Law V. MATHEMATICS 1 MTH001 Elementary Mathematics 2 MTH101 Calculus & Analytical Geometry 3 MTH202 Discrete Mathematics 4 MTH301 Calculus of Multi Variable 5 MTH302 Business Mathematics & Statistics 6 MTH401 Differential Equation 7 MTH501 Linear Algebra 8 MTH601 Operational Research 9 MTH603 Numerical Analysis

MSCS Date Sheet: Final Term Exam (SPRING 2013)

MSCS Date Sheet: Final Term Exam (SPRING 2013) Dear Students of MSCS, The date sheet of MSCS Final Term Exam (SPRING 2013)is announced. MSCS Date Sheet: Final Term Exam (SPRING 2013) Day Date Course Time Monday 19 August, 2013 CS703 - Advanced Operating Systems 3:00 PM Tuesday 20 August, 2013 CS711 - Software Design 3:00 PM CS716 - Advanced Computer Networks Wednesday 21 August, 2013 CS704 - Advanced Computer Architecture- II 3:00 PM Thursday 22 August, 2013 CS708 - Software Requirement Engineering 3:00 PM CS707 - Network Security Friday 23 August, 2013 CS724 - Software Process Improvement 3:00 PM CS721 - Network Performance and Evaluation NOTE: Duration for each exam will be 180 minutes.

VU Open Courseware

The Virtual University of Pakistan has always been committed to education for all and has, from its very inception, pursued an open policy regarding its content. The course material has been made freely available through broadcast television, DVDs and You Tube and is extensively used by students and faculty members alike from other universities, both formally and informally. To further this commitment, VU has now published all courses on its open courseware site, and thereby joined ranks with the top few universities of the world.

VU admission in 2-year Bachelor Programs

B.Sc (Computer Science) B.Com BA (Business Administration) BA (Psychology) BA (Mass Communication) BA (Bachelor of Arts) 2-year B.Sc. (Mathematics, Statistics & Economics) Note: VU 2-year bachelor degree holders will have to continue their respective VU 4-year BS program. DURATION: It is 2-Year full time study program spread over four semesters. Each semester has 18 weeks duration for teaching and examinations. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicants for admission to all 2-year Bachelor Programs must have passed with at least 45% marks, Intermediate (Part I and II, or equivalent examination), or I.Com or ICS or DAE or ‘A’ level examinations. The General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) ‘O’ levels and School Certificate (SC) examinations are considered equivalent to Matriculation, and the GCE ‘A’ levels is considered equivalent to the Intermediate examination. For the GCSE (‘O’) and SC examinations, grades in 6 subjects are considered. ‘A’ level candidates must have passed 3 subjects and required to provide equivalence from Inter Board Committee of Chairman (IBCC), Islamabad http://www.ibcc.edu.pk. Admission application forms are same for 2-year and 4-year bachelor degree programs. However, candidates having less than 45% marks will be eligible for admission after successful completion of “Zero Semester”. ASSESSMENT OF STUDY PROGRESS: The students’ study progress evaluation mechanism is based on continuous assessment throughout the semester by giving assignments, on-line quizzes, Graded Moderated Discussion Boards (GMDBs), mid-term and final term exams. The mid-term and final term exams are conducted at VU’s designated centers and usually count for 80 to 85% of the total marks for a course. AWARD OF DEGREE: To be eligible for the award of 2-Year Bachelors degree, the students are required to complete 60 credit hours with minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.00 out of 4. The students after obtaining 2-Year degree can complete their 4-Year BS degree requirements at any time by successfully completing remaining minimum 72 credit hours in at least four semesters. COURSE OF STUDY: The courses are listed in a semester wise breakup. The courses may be revised from time to time as a result of continuous review conducted every term to bring them at par with courses being taught at top-class foreign universities. While reviewing the courses, needs of local industry and job market are also given full consideration. SEMESTER WISE BREAKUP OF 2-YEAR BACHELORS PROGRAMS B.SC. (COMPUTER SCIENCE) Click here to View Study Scheme of B.S.c. (Computer Science) After successful completion of 2-Year B.Sc. (Computer Science), student is required to continue 4-Year BS in Computer Science or BS in Information Technologyby taking remaining at least 72-credit hours in at least 4-semesters. B.COM Click here to View Study Scheme of B.Com After successful completion of 2-Year B.Com, student is required to continue 4-Year BS in Commence by taking remaining at least 72-credit hours in at least 4-semesters. BA (BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION) Click here to View Study Scheme of BA (Business Administration) After successful completion of 2-Year BA (Business Administration), student is required to continue 4-Year BS in Business Administration by taking remaining at least 72-credit hours in at least 4-semesters. BA (MASS COMMUNICATION) Click here to View Study Scheme of BA (Mass Communication) After successful completion of 2-Year BA (Mass Communication), student is required to continue 4-Year BS in Mass Communication by taking remaining at least 72-credit hours in at least 4-semesters. BA (PSYCHOLOGY) Click here to View Study Scheme of BA (Psychology) After successful completion of 2-Year BA (Psychology), student is required to continue 4-Year BS in Psychology by taking remaining at least 72-credit hours in at least 4-semesters. BA (BACHELOR OF ARTS) Click here to View Study Scheme of BA (Bachelor of Arts) BA (Bachelor of Arts) with a combination of any two of: Business, Journalism, Psychology, Computer Science. After successful completion of two-year BA, student has an option to continue 4-Year BS in Commerce or BS in Psychology or BS in Mass Communication or BS in Computer Science by taking remaining credit hours in at least 4-semesters. 2-YEAR B.SC. (MATHEMATICS, STATISTICS & ECONOMICS) The Departments of Mathematics, Statistics and Economics of the University have proposed to offer 2-year bachelor program with combinations of Mathematics, Statistics and Economics. The students after obtaining 2-year B.Sc. (Math., Stat., Econ.) degree will have an option to continue towards their selected 4-year BS program(s). Award of Degree: To be eligible for the award of 2-year B.Sc. (Math., Stat., Econ.), the students are required to complete at least 60 Credit Hours with minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.00 out of 4 according to prescribe scheme of studies. Admission Eligibility Requirements for 2-year B.Sc. (Math., Stat., Econ.): Applicants for admission must have passed with at least 45% marks, Intermediate (Part I and II, or equivalent examination), or I.Com or ICS or DAE or ‘A’ level examinations. The General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) ‘O’ levels and School Certificate (SC) examinations are considered equivalent to Matriculation, and the GCE ‘A’ levels is considered equivalent to the Intermediate examination. For the GCSE (‘O’) and SC examinations, grades in 6 subjects are considered. ‘A’ level candidates must have passed 3 subjects and required to provide equivalence from Inter Board Committee of Chairman (IBCC), Islamabad. SCHEME OF STUDY: Click here to View Study Scheme FEE STRUCTURE Click here to View Fee Structure ALL PROGRAMS The schedule for the payment of dues will be notified at the start of each semester. The fees will be deposited in the authorized bank branches by the date announced. If the candidate, once offered admission in a degree program, enrolls himself/herself by depositing university dues and subsequently leaves the university under any circumstances, the university dues already deposited by him shall not be refunded (except security fee under rules) in any case. Refund of tuition fee and other dues can be made to a student only if the University considers the student to be ineligible for the enrollment in a semester

Admission Schedule of Virtual University of Pakistan

Admission Schedule of Virtual University of Pakistan

Admission Schedule Virtual University of Pakistan offers admission twice in an academic year namely spring in the month of January/February and fall in the month of August/September each year (except MSCS that is offered in every fall session). Admission Procedure: A candidate (Pakistani National) can obtain admission application form either from Virtual Campus or from VU website www.vu.edu.pk and apply for admission (subject to eligibility criteria) by submitting filled admission form with requisite documents including fee paid challan/Demand Draft (in original) to the nearest Virtual Campus or by mailing at Registrars’ Office (Admissions), Virtual University of Pakistan M.A. Jinnah Campus, Defence Road, Off Raiwind Road, Lahore.Tel: 111- 880 -880, Ext. 341 to 349. Upon receipt of filled admission application form at Registrar’s office, it is processed within seven working days after necessary verification and candidate is intimated firstly through an email (if provided in admission application form). Secondly, via an email to his/her campus (incase campus based student) and finally, by mailing a hard copy admission offer letter and VU information material at his/her mailing address. A list of admitted candidates is also published and updated during admission session at VU website www.vu.edu.pk under admission link.